Pennyloaf plucked at his elbow, but Bob was beginning to feel that he must display spirit.

Because he was married, that was no reason for his relinquishing the claims to leadership in gallantry which had always been recognised.

Hollo! Here was Suke Jollop! She had just quarrelled with Clem, and had been searching for the hostile camp.

'Have a drink, Suke!' cried Bob, when he heard her acrimonious charges against Clem and Jack.

A pretty girl, Suke, and with a hat which made itself proudly manifest a quarter of a mile away.